Rail Competency and Compliance Manager

Speedy Hire; St Helens; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Canteen facilities

Speedy discount

Training & progression

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Speedy is seeking a Rail Competency & Compliance Manager to lead competency management, compliance and engineering capability across the rail division. This role focuses on the safety, maintenance and operations of the Rail Mobile Maintenance Machine fleet and developing the rail workforce.

You will drive compliance with industry standards, support OTP availability, and deliver performance improvements through coaching, mentoring and effective record management.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Plant Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rail engineering, competency management and compliance.
• Experience assessing and developing engineering competence.
• Excellent organisational and record management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, mentor and develop engineers across the region and sector.
• Conduct competency assessments and provide feedback to depot managers.
• Maintain competency records and assessment plans with up-to-date documentation.
• Manage training systems and update competency matrices.
• Administer the Sentinel Scheme and arrange external training.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the rail team.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and industry standards.
• Oversee On Track Plant maintenance and availability.

Skills

Rail engineering

Competency management

Coaching & mentoring

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 Plant Engineering qualification

Job description

Rail Competency & Compliance Manager

Location: Haydock

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 08:30 – 17:00

About Speedy

Speedy is the UK's leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services – everything for every job.

We're looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Rail Competency & Compliance Manager to join our Rail team. This is a key role responsible for controlling the safety, maintenance, movements and operations of the Rail Mobile Maintenance Machine (RMMM) fleet, while ensuring the competency, compliance and ongoing development of our rail engineering workforce.

If you're passionate about engineering excellence, competency management and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Rail Competency & Compliance Manager, you will effectively identify and manage the competency requirements of the business, oversee engineering assessment processes and provide technical expertise to support operational excellence across our rail division.

You'll play a pivotal role in developing engineering capability, ensuring compliance with industry standards and legislation, supporting the availability of On Track Plant (OTP), and driving performance improvements across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support rail engineering competence and compliance by assessing, mentoring and developing engineers across the region and sector.
• Conduct competency assessments, identify training needs and provide constructive feedback and recommendations to depot managers.
• Maintain competency records and assessment plans, ensuring all documentation is accurate, up to date and readily available.
• Manage training and competency systems, including updating competency matrices and coordinating assessment records through Speedy Academy and PeopleFluent.
• Administer the Sentinel Scheme, including onboarding personnel, managing competencies and arranging external training courses.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the rail team, contributing to the development of plant, equipment and operating procedures.
• Support compliance with legislation and industry standards by participating in reviews and implementing required process improvements.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance and availability of On Track Plant (OTP), ensuring servicing schedules, inspections and documentation are completed in line with requirements.
• Develop engineering capability through coaching, mentoring and competency management for employees and authorised operating partners.
• Drive Route to Gold performance by managing PPS submissions, monitoring trends, addressing performance issues and liaising with Network Rail representatives.
• Produce and present management information, including monthly and quarterly reports, and participate in performance review meetings.
• Support business growth and operational efficiency by working with sales and operations teams, engaging with manufacturers and identifying cost‑saving opportunities within OTP activities.
• Produce detailed engineering reports relating to plant reliability for key customers.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• A minimum Level 2 qualification in Plant Engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge of rail engineering, competency management and compliance.
• Experience assessing and developing engineering competence.
• Excellent organisational and record management skills.
• The ability to produce detailed engineering reports and management information.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, mentor and influence others.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What We Provide

We'll provide everything you need to succeed in this role.

You'll benefit from comprehensive on-the-job training, supported by our dedicated product and systems training teams. At Speedy, we're passionate about developing our people and offer tailored development programmes to suit individual needs. We're proud of our track record of recognising talent and promoting from within, helping colleagues build long‑term careers.

Speedy also operates an industry-leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to colleague wellbeing and more balanced working patterns.

Speedy also offers a Career Line of Sight, providing a clear understanding of progression opportunities and career growth across the Speedy Group.

We're happy to discuss a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, including:

• Flexible start and finish times
• Shorter working days
• Term-time hours
• Job share opportunities

What We Offer

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand
• Training, development and career progression opportunities
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan
• My Staff Shop – discounts and offers across a wide range of retailers
• Green Commute Initiative – Cycle to Work Scheme
• PAM Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering free and confidential support and counselling covering wellbeing, legal matters, financial management, divorce and more

Additional Information

Please note that Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies early if a high volume of applications is received.

Some roles within the Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance check.

Speedy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity or disability.

All roles within the Speedy Group require proof of the right to work in the UK before employment commences.

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https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance